How to Replace Rack & Pinion 03-09 Toyota 4Runner

Need to learn how to replace your RACK AND PINION on your 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner? Well, then this video is for you. If I can do it...you can do it!
-This video is certainly on the longer side; feel free to skip around. I'd rather the viewer have more than enough tips/tricks to tackle this job. If the cost is to make you suffer through more of my talking, then so be it.
-The vehicle I worked on in this video was a 2004 Toyota 4Runner Limited V6
-Link for Rack and Pinion Notes/Directions: www.mediafire....
Torque Specs (Feel free to verify for yourself):
-Rack and Pinion Mounting Bolts to Car Frame: 74 ft-lbs
-High Pressure Line Fitting to Rack and Pinion: 37 ft-lbs
-Low Pressure Line Fitting to Rack and Pinion: 37 ft-lbs
-Castle Nut for Outer Tie Rod into Knuckle: 67 ft-lbs
-U-Joint Coupler Pinch Bolt: 26 ft-lbs
-Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolts: 26 ft-lbs
-Sway Bar Bracket Bolts: 30 ft-lbs
-Sway Bar Link to Knuckle: 52 ft-lbs
-Lug Nuts: 83 ft-lbs
Helpful Links:
-Oreily's [NEW] Advantage Rack and Pinion (N311-0204) $495 (as of July 2023)
-Genuine Toyota OEM Intermediate Steering Shaft/Lower Colum (45203-35310) $150 here, but $200+ on other websites (if unavailble, search part number "45203-35310" for OEM equivalent on Google): www.ebay.com/i...
-Keyoog Intermediate Steering Shaft/Lower Colum (45203-35310) $39 (as of July 2023) (while the total length is equal to the OEM Toyota part, I cannot speak to longevity, only it's attractive price): amzn.to/3O6I9Fy
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